Ewis Engineer
March 12 2025
Industries
Airspace, Aviation, National Defence
Categories Avionics, Electronics, R&D, CAD, Aerodynamics
Calgary, AB • Full time
Job Description
Posted Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 12:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 11:59 PM
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.
Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.
Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.
Profile
The Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems Engineer (EWIS) coordinates all technical aspects of assigned design projects, provides technical support to the production line, and assists with resolution of in-service problems and customer requests.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish/improve measures to ensure/improve quality of engineering documents.
- Produce and coordinate conceptual layouts for modifications and new designs with other departments and partners to ensure efficiency and compatibility.
- Take active part in the space requirements definition of the wire harness.
- Coordinate with other departments and partners to ensure efficiency and compatibility of design.
- Produce wiring diagrams, installation drawings, and harness data reports from electrical/avionics system schematics and wiring diagrams respecting EMI/HIRF/Lightning while following the EWIS regulation for wire separation and segregation.
- Familiar with advisory circular AC 25.1701, 25.1711, etc.
- Select various components, connectors, back shells, and other parts, involving researching parts catalogues, specifications and contact with vendors.
- Analyze existing wiring diagrams, harness data reports and routing maps, and then provide recommendations for improvements in harness design and installation.
- Maintain accurate records to ensure configuration control and traceability of documentation.
- Support the definition and management requirements for EWIS.
- Support the creation of certification related documents for EWIS.
- Assist in the development of manufacturing, integration, and test process and procedures.
- Supporting system development from concept design to production, resolving and design, manufacturing, and assembly issues.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in wiring and harness design.
- Familiar with and understand pertinent TCCA, FAA, and EASA rules and requirements.
- Minimum of 5 years or 5,000 hours of CATIA V4 drafting experience is a strong attribute.
- Thorough understanding and experience in configuration/document control.
- Ability to liaise with a wide variety of people within, and outside the company.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software tools to produce presentations and reports.
At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.
At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.
Job Details
- Job Family
- EN
- Job Function
- SY
- Pay Type
- Salary
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Calgary, AB, Canada
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